• Unraveling the Tragedy of the Empress of Ireland

  • Nov 26 2024
  • Length: 19 mins
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Unraveling the Tragedy of the Empress of Ireland

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  • Join hosts Sophia and Maia as they navigate the chilling waters of morbid history in this gripping episode of "Our Grim Past." Delve into the forgotten tragedy of the Empress of Ireland, a shipwreck that claimed more passenger lives than both the Titanic and RMS Lusitania.

    Discover the fateful events of May 29, 1914, when the Empress of Ireland collided with the SS Stornstad in the fog-shrouded St. Lawrence River. Uncover the harrowing stories of bravery and sacrifice from survivors and those who perished.

    Explore the aftermath of the disaster, its impact on maritime safety, and why this monumental tragedy was overshadowed by the looming shadow of World War I. Join Sophia and Maia as they pay tribute to this poignant piece of history and invite listeners to ponder the untold stories of the past.

    https://www.pc.gc.ca/apps/dfhd/page_nhs_eng.aspx?id=12391

    https://www.worldhistory.org/RMS_Empress_of_Ireland/

    https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/empress-of-ireland-disaster/empress-of-ireland-crew-stories

    Contact us: Email: ourgrimpast@gmail.com Instagram: @Ourgrimpastpodcast
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